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Informing and inspiring #manufacturers around the world. The official Twitter acct. for IMTS. Produced by @AMTonline

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Only ONE WEEK stands between you and #IMTS2026! Freight is arriving, booths are coming together, and our team is on-site, making sure everything is ready for you in just one week. Make sure to download the IMTS app to stay up to date when you arrive and to help navigate the 1 million+ square feet of the show. Check out the Pre-Show Checklist on our website, and remember, we are here to answer any questions you have leading up to the show!

If you haven't already, make sure to register: https://t.co/DTIjenEn0w

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Move-in has officially begun! Earlier this week, freight trucks began arriving at McCormick Place in preparation for #IMTS2026! Editorial Director for AMT and IMTS, Robert Schoenberger, was there to see the first trucks arrive in South Hall to give you all a sneak peek.

Make sure to register for IMTS 2026 to see how it all comes together: https://t.co/BURfgcheHJ

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What better way to celebrate a holiday weekend than with a discount? Use code IMTSLABORDAY26 today through 9/7 to secure an extension on Advanced Registration pricing! With just over a week until #IMTS2026, there is no better time to register. See you in Chicago!

Register for IMTS 2026: https://t.co/yKNcrIP0QG

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IMTS isn't built in a day. In fact, before the 2026 move-in even began, we were already well on our way to planning IMTS 2028! So, who does that? How does it happen? In the final episode of IMTS Preview Days, sponsored by @smwautoblok, Travis Egan, Michelle Edmonson, and Bonnie Gurney talk about @amtonline , the owner and producer of IMTS, and its work, partnerships, research, and member community that help move manufacturing forward year-round.

Watch the latest episode and make sure to register for #IMTS2026: https://t.co/8RWVN39nX2

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The World According To Dayan Rodriguez, Corporate Vice President of Manufacturing and Mobility at @Microsoft, is centered around AI and its successful execution in manufacturing technology. With a background in electrical engineering and a start at Rockwell Automation, Rodriguez has found that US manufacturing's willingness to innovate will continue to drive its success.

Find out more about what Microsoft is bringing to #IMTS2026 and how the moment is now to move from ideation to execution of industrial AI: https://t.co/7otPmI7953

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There will be no shortage of cutting-edge content on the MainStage at #IMTS2026! From Hexagon to @CaterpillarInc, industry experts will come together to answer some of manufacturing's biggest questions with insights you can take home to your business.

Some highlights include: Steve Ilmrud of @HexagonMI, Ben Grimes of @Microsoft, Marie Langer of @EOS3DPrinting, and J. Hector Sandoval of @LockheedMartin!

Find out more about their sessions and who else will be on the IMTS mainstage: https://t.co/pVR3npU912

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We are just days away from the opening of #IMTS2026, and there is still time to get your pass for the Advanced Registration price! Prices go up at midnight on 9/4, so register by 11:59 pm tomorrow to get a lower price to see the latest in manufacturing technology in Chicago.

Register for IMTS today: https://t.co/GJhtuRBPcP

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A red blood cell is roughly 8 microns in size. @HexagonMI's metrology equipment can measure down to about 3 microns, which is creating technology that answers the question: How do you make the exact same part twice? In the final episode of The Architect, brought to you by Hexagon, Travis Egan visits Hexagon, where they are creating the ability to measure what was previously beyond perception.

Watch the final episode and catch Hexagon on the Mainstage at #IMTS2026: https://t.co/bMCMIURrM9

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In just 2 weeks, the finishing touches will be going into place for the best IMTS yet! Are you ready to see the latest cutting-edge developments in manufacturing technology while answering some of the most important questions for your business? You can find it all on the show floor in just 2 weeks, and we cannot wait to welcome you to Chicago.

Register for #IMTS2026 to see it all: https://t.co/iEY50Ahp81

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MAXOUT Your IMTS Visit with @ISCARltd!

Discover ISCAR’s MAXOUT products, explore the latest tooling innovations, connect with industry experts, and find solutions designed to maximize productivity, reduce downtime, and deliver significant cost savings.

Minimum Cost. Maximum Output.

Visit ISCAR at IMTS 2026 — Booth #431522. Add them to your show planner: https://t.co/WIt9qGmfx5

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Prepare to be amazed! In the latest episode of IMTS Previews, sponsored by @Microsoft and @autodesk , Travis Egan, Michelle Edmonson, and Bonnie Gurney chat about the "wow factor" of IMTS and what amazing things we have in store for #IMTS2026! From the Main Stage to the Industrial AI Arena and AMT Emerging Technology Center in the North Building to the attractions throughout the West Building, viewers will discover where technology, partnerships, and big ideas come to life. The team also explains why these experiences belong on every attendee’s agenda—not simply for the excitement, but for the new ideas, connections, and business solutions they can uncover.

Watch the episode: https://t.co/8aqv8m4Fiz

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Looking for an automation solution? Stop by Kitamura at #IMTS2026, booth #338520, to see a variety of 5-axis machining centers and unmanned machining technology, including multi-pallet 5-axis horizontal machining centers. Get two new world “first looks” with our Supercell-1000G heavy-duty 5-axis horizontal machining center with a large part machining envelope of 1080mm (42.5”) in Diameter x 1050mm (41.3”) high and a 2-station automatic pallet changer.�� The machine is massive, weighing 45+ tons!

Check out more and add them to your show planner: https://t.co/kA8iw975VY

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The World According to Martina McIsaac, President and CEO of MSC Industrial Supply, is all about working with real people doing real work. Her past perspectives as both a buyer and a customer at MSC drive her to lead a data-driven, connection-focused business built on predictive analytics. With a workforce of over 7,000 people, McIsaac knows that the key to being their customers' technical translator is to always send the right skills to the right place.

Watch the latest episode of The World According To: https://t.co/Rc4HUELj1R

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Looking for workholding solutions at #IMTS2026? Make sure to stop by Lang Technik USA at booth #236637 to see their RoboTrex and RoboTrex Compact Automation Systems, as well as their Stamping Technology. Their next-generation solutions include the Quick-Point zero-point clamping system and the versatile Makro-Grip center vises, complemented by a range of accessories.

Make sure to add them to your show planner: https://t.co/Nrha90sDEK

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Coming to IMTS is not only about making connections and solving problems, but also learning something new to take back to your business. There is no shortage of opportunities to learn at #IMTS2026! From the 9 conferences we offer to the @IMTS_Smartforce, where 15,000 kids are expected to attend, we know you will walk away with something new. In the latest IMTS Preview, sponsored by @eos3dprinting, Travis Egan, Michelle Edmonson, and Bonnie Gurney discuss why bringing your team to learn at IMTS helps you get the most out of the show.

Watch the full episode: https://t.co/jmt434raIR

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Now is the time to build your schedule in your show planner for #IMTS2026, and make sure to include Laser Marking Technologies at booth #135402! They provide leading-edge DPM, metal marking, and engraving solutions with unmatched quality, expert training, and competitive pricing, powered by innovation and over a century of combined experience. They will be bringing their large stand-alone Cobalt XL metal laser engraver and etching machine, as well as the Cobalt Dominator, an industry-leading desktop laser engraving system.

Add Laser Marketing Technologies to your show planner and learn more: https://t.co/RcC3ZSVBdw

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As #IMTS2026 fast approaches, don't forget to add @Hanel_Storage to your show planner at booth #431653! Hanel will be bringing HÄNEL LEAN-LIFT® - Vertical Lift Module (VLM)
The Hänel Lean-Lift® vertical lift module is an automated storage system designed to maximize storage efficiency on a minimum footprint, using an elevator principle to deliver goods to the operator. In addition, they will also bring HÄNEL ROTOMAT® STORAGE CAROUSEL - The Innovative Vertical Carousel with the efficient carousel storage system of the Hänel Rotomat®, where items are provided in a space-saving, safe, and ergonomic way for quick access.

Add Hanel to your show planner and learn more here: https://t.co/pH6IFwp8Hw

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We are less than one month away from #IMTS2026! Soon, our floor managers will be on-site, machines will start arriving, and McCormick Place will be decked out in the IMTS logo and colors. A few reminders: book your hotel, set up your show planner, and bring your comfortable shoes ready. Have questions before your visit? Don't hesitate to reach out to our team or us with any questions! See you soon!

Make sure to register for IMTS 2026: https://t.co/3ITnC0ljve

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The World According To Zach Rode, Director of Sales for the Americas at @HexagonMI, was predestined, even if he didn't know it yet. Since his father worked in metrology, and Rode spent his summer vacations at metrology trade shows, his work selling the next generation of metrology equipment makes perfect sense.

Watch the full episode to learn about his journey and the incorporation of AI they are bringing to #IMTS2026: https://t.co/h0YTtVG1FX